The Dodgers scored the second most runs in baseball last year and they've taken right where they left off. LA is averaging 6.8 runs in its five games. The Dodgers have scored at least five runs in each game.

LA should continue its high-scoring ways facing Steven Matz, who was 4-7 with a 3.86 ERA in 25 appearances last season. 

The Cardinals draw Gavin Stone, who struggled with a 9.00 ERA in eight appearances, including four starts, for the Dodgers last year. Supposedly he should be improved having added a couple of pitches. But Stone might not have even made the starting rotation if Emmet Sheehan didn't suffer shoulder soreness. 

Weather could be a rare factor for this Dodgers home game as rain is expected. Rain delays could bring in middle relievers earlier than expected.